Ep. 108: From Perfectionism to Purpose: Isabelle Ducellier on Redefining Leadership Across Cultures

Can high performance and personal fulfillment coexist in global leadership?In this episode, I speak with Isabelle Ducellier, seasoned executive and board member, whose career spans the wine and spirits industry, consumer health and the nonprofit sector. Her story is one of personal transformation: from chasing perfection to leading with purpose, balance and impact.Drawing from over 20 years of international leadership, Isabelle shares how early expectations shaped her drive, how cultural fluency influenced her management style and how stepping back from the corporate spotlight helped her realign with her values.In this episode, you’ll learn:How childhood patterns can shape your leadership and how to reframe themWays to adapt your leadership style across global teams and cultural contextsWhy personal adversity often sparks deeper purpose and career clarityHow gratitude and vulnerability can strengthen executive presenceWhat it takes to transition from C-suite roles to meaningful board contributionsKey topics:Purpose-driven leadershipCross-cultural managementEmotional intelligence in executive rolesCareer reinvention and board-level impactIsabelle’s journey offers a roadmap for leaders navigating the space between ambition and authenticity - showing how personal evolution can unlock deeper professional influence.📣 If this conversation resonated, hit like, drop your insights in the comments and subscribe for more real-world leadership stories and strategies.Connect with Isabelle Ducellier: 🔗Connect with Isabelle Ducellier on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabelle-ducellier-239aa311/Write to Isabelle Ducellier: [email protected] with me here:🎬YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewtallents 📲 X: https://x.com/andrewtallents📲 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewtallents🌐 Website: https://www.tallents-partnership.com/📖 Get my book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09NZRZH4J📰 Weekly Newsletter: https://bit.ly/selfcoaching-newsletter📞 Write me: [email protected] Moments:00:01:15 - Isabelle's Background and Career Journey00:07:42 - Childhood Influences on Leadership Style00:16:20 - Expat Experiences and Cultural Adaptations00:25:04 - Personal Challenges and Career Shift00:33:39 - Transition to Portfolio Career Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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